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Olmin A is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. The alternative uses of Olmin A have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Olmin A is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Olmin A include Upper respiratory tract infection. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Olmin A as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Olmin A are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Olmin A's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Olmin A's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Olmin A is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Olmin A have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Olmin A may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Olmin A, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Olmin A is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Olmin A safe for pregnant women?
Olmin A has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Olmin A without medical advice.
Is the use of Olmin A safe during breastfeeding?
Olmin A may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Olmin A on the Kidneys?
Olmin A has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Olmin A on the Liver?
Olmin A is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Olmin A on the Heart?
Side effects of Olmin A rarely affect the heart.
Olmin A should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Olmin A unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Olmin A habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Olmin A is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Olmin A
When consumed with certain foods, Olmin A may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Olmin A
Taking Olmin A with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Olmin A is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at regular doses such as palpitation, abdominal pain, sleepiness, swelling, and flushing. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
No, Olmin A does not cause diabetes. It has not been reported to cause diabetes. However, Olmin A might increase your blood sugar levels slightly, healthy people can tolerate it easily while diabetic patients might face some spike in blood sugar levels. So, if you have diabetes keep a check on your blood sugar levels and in case of a sudden spike inform your doctor and take medicines accordingly.
Olmin A is a brand name of amlodipine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called calcium channel blocker. It is available in solid oral dosage forms like tablet and capsule. It is used in the treatment of high blood pressure (high BP) and coronary artery disease. It is not recommended for heart failure. It is also used in the treatment of angina (chest pain).
Yes, Olmin A does cause hair loss in some cases. If you are experiencing hair loss with this drug discuss with your doctor. Your doctor may prescribe alternative medicines to prevent further hair loss and promote hair growth.
Yes, Olmin A can cause edema. It is the most common side effects of this drug. Usually swelling occurs in feet and ankle. If these effects cause troublesome, then consult your doctor regarding whether this effect arises due to amlodipine consumption or not. If yes, then you can stop taking this medicine with the help of doctor because of alternate treatment are also available. However, it is dose-related effects if taken a low dose, chances of edema are very less if consuming high dose the chances of edema are high.
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